Outlaws run Portland-to-Coast

For the fourth consecutive year, the Outlaws cross country teams will participate in the Portland-to-Coast High School Challenge, which runs in conjunction with the Hood-to-Coast Relay.

The 126-mile race, which starts at the Spaghetti Factory and finishes in Seaside, is scheduled for August 23-24.

The Outlaws have two co-ed teams entered this year, and although they will be competitive, the purpose of participating is more focused on team unity, according to coach, Charlie Kanzig.

Co-ed teams are made up of six girls and six boys, so the Outlaws will have 24 team members involved, along with at least four adult drivers. Each runner covers two legs averaging about five miles per leg.

"Many of the kids have been training well this summer," said Kanzig. "For those who haven't, the relay will be a jump start for the season."

Practice for the season begins Monday, August 19 at 6:45 a.m., so the entire team will have a few days together before setting off on the relay.

"It's a great way to kick off the season," Kanzig said.